Namrata Batra, an Indian Wushu athlete, scripted history by winning the silver medal in the women’s 52 kg sanda event at the 2025 World Games in Chengdu, China. She is the first Indian to ever win a Wushu medal at the World Games. Namrata defeated the Philippines’ Krizan Faith Collado 2-0 in the semifinal but was beaten 0-2 by China’s Mengyue Chen in the final.
This landmark achievement is celebrated nationwide and marks a significant step for Indian martial arts on the global stage.
Historic Silver Medal in Wushu Sanda for India
Namrata Batra’s remarkable run in Chengdu has marked a proud moment for Indian sports. In the fiercely contested women’s 52 kg sanda category, Namrata’s impressive semifinal victory ensured India’s maiden medal in Wushu at the World Games, an event that gathers top athletes from across the globe.
Despite her loss in the final to China’s Mengyue Chen, her silver medal is a historic feat that puts India on the international Wushu map. Union Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat applauded her “historic achievement,” recognising her skill and determination that have elevated India’s stature in martial arts internationally.
Besides Namrata’s success, the 2025 World Games also saw India’s Rishabh Yadav grab bronze in men’s compound archery, showing the country’s growing broad-based sporting talent.
Namrata Batra’s Journey to International Acclaim
Namrata is not new to the national stage, being a four-time national champion and silver medallist at the Asian Championships. Her victory at the Moscow Star International Wushu Championship just a month before the World Games set her up as a strong contender internationally.
Her consistent dedication and rigorous training have translated into this breakthrough moment at Chengdu, inspiring countless young athletes, especially women, to pursue martial arts with renewed passion.
The silver medal serves both as personal validation and as a beacon for the growth of Wushu and other lesser-known sports in India, reflecting a broader trend of increasing sports diversity and excellence from the country.
Raising the Profile of Wushu in India
This achievement is also likely to bring greater institutional attention and funding to Wushu, a sport that has long existed on the fringes of India’s athletic scene. Coaches and peers note that Namrata’s success could pave the way for a new generation of practitioners, especially in rural and tier-2 cities where martial arts clubs are steadily growing.
With better access to training infrastructure and international exposure, India could emerge as a stronger Wushu contender at future global events.
The Logical Indian’s Perspective
Namrata Batra’s achievement resonates beyond just sports; it underscores the transformative power of dedication and breaking barriers, particularly for women in competitive athletics. The Logical Indian celebrates this milestone as a symbol of hope and progress toward inclusivity and empowerment in sports.
By shining a light on disciplines like Wushu, which generally receive less attention, such achievements foster unity, pride, and collective joy across communities. Embracing a wider spectrum of sports helps promote qualities aligned with The Logical Indian’s values, empathy, kindness, dialogue, and coexistence.
How can recognition and support for diverse sports like Wushu promote social harmony and inspire positive change in society?
NAMRATA BATRA CREATES HISTORY 🤯🤩
— The Khel India (@TheKhelIndia) August 12, 2025
She won India's First ever medal in Wushu 🥈
India's 2nd Medal at World Games 2025! 🇮🇳💙 pic.twitter.com/64Jzw1PTAp
